as in increased
to make as great as possible in amount or degree
The magazine contained tips to maximize the effect of a workout.
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Recent Examples of maximized
Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 22 May 2026
The film’s global distribution strategy, backed by Jio Studios, maximized screen presence across traditional and emerging markets, capitalizing on peak demand windows.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026
House of Leon’s take on a classic chaise lounger is rooted in a solid teak frame and triple the cushion support for maximized comfort.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026
On this site, San Diego Educators Association President Kyle Weinberg also stated preferences for maximized number of units, as well as multi-bedroom apartments for families to address declining enrollment.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
Rachel Morgan Cautero, Parents, 31 May 2026
Yesterday was almost the opposite of that, as the Padres pretty much maximized their 10 hits.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 2026
The crew has maximized its talent thus far.
—Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
Art, increasingly, is maximized to encompass us, and Cosm understands this moment well.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Moussa Diabate was a revelation this season on the offensive glass, and Steinbach might be the best offensive rebounder in the draft, so there would be a clear path for his skills to be maximized by Charles Lee in Charlotte.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 11 May 2026
In most cases, the first few episodes of a series stream for free, and a viewer pays for the rest; profit is further maximized through a staunch commitment to efficiency, often at the expense of labor standards.
—Chang Che, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
But who best maximized their draft capital?
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
But the question, as the Heat head into the play-in round for a fourth consecutive season is whether the move away from pick-and-roll offense has necessarily maximized the roster, even with such dizzying numbers.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Aristotle, in his influential account, used a term, aretê, expressing the notion of maximized potential.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 22 May 2026
The film’s global distribution strategy, backed by Jio Studios, maximized screen presence across traditional and emerging markets, capitalizing on peak demand windows.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026
House of Leon’s take on a classic chaise lounger is rooted in a solid teak frame and triple the cushion support for maximized comfort.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026
On this site, San Diego Educators Association President Kyle Weinberg also stated preferences for maximized number of units, as well as multi-bedroom apartments for families to address declining enrollment.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
But mommymaxxing compounds the pressure for moms to be so much more than the good enough mother, but one that has maximized her potential and ambition in all areas of her life.
—Rachel Morgan Cautero, Parents, 31 May 2026
Yesterday was almost the opposite of that, as the Padres pretty much maximized their 10 hits.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 May 2026
The crew has maximized its talent thus far.
—Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
Art, increasingly, is maximized to encompass us, and Cosm understands this moment well.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
Moussa Diabate was a revelation this season on the offensive glass, and Steinbach might be the best offensive rebounder in the draft, so there would be a clear path for his skills to be maximized by Charles Lee in Charlotte.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 11 May 2026
In most cases, the first few episodes of a series stream for free, and a viewer pays for the rest; profit is further maximized through a staunch commitment to efficiency, often at the expense of labor standards.
—Chang Che, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2026
But who best maximized their draft capital?
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
But the question, as the Heat head into the play-in round for a fourth consecutive season is whether the move away from pick-and-roll offense has necessarily maximized the roster, even with such dizzying numbers.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maximized
Adjective
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Millions more were wasted because the government was contracted to pay the cost of meals for the camp’s maximum population of 5,000, even when the number of detainees there dropped to around 1,600, the report said.—
Michael Biesecker,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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This is the fox getting to design and build the henhouse from scratch for maximum access.—
Noah Feldman,
Mercury News,
9 June 2026
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There will also be increased MARTA staffing to help manage large crowds on the train platforms, and expansion of the MARTA Hope program which helps riders experiencing mental health crises, substance abuse or homelessness.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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As Korean stocks have surged, their weightings in global and emerging-market benchmarks have increased sharply, forcing many active fund managers to trim positions to stay within portfolio and risk limits, investors told CNBC.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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Aside from her affinity for floral chintz and maximal pairings, Sister Parish, born Dorothy May Kinnicutt in 1910 and nicknamed Sister by her brothers, was also known as a female trailblazer at a time when women couldn’t even open a bank account without their husband’s signature.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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But some private equity firms, in pursuit of maximal profits, are not happy with this lose-money-on-some-things-make-money-on-others business model.—
Peter Ubel,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
Verb
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This boosted overall national growth even as stock prices for key corporations involved would tumble by 70% or more in the coming decade.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
7 June 2026
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By contrast, William Mott’s Chief Wallabee’s role in the race can be boosted by his post position, and the trainer has added blinkers this evening to help his athlete’s concentration when the going gets tough.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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But if no stars are acquired this offseason, Plan C for the Heat is preserving max-level cap space for the 2027 offseason.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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He can be offered a five-year, $350 million super-max extension by the Cavs as early as this offseason, but the team will likely wait due to several financial factors, and still must decide if the seven-time All-Star is worth the investment.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 May 2026
Verb
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What Doremus has done though, is to make his own thing with a similar concept, a film greatly enhanced by the lilting presence of Clarke, who is wonderful in this role(s), showing us the glory of fate, and its price.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
5 June 2026
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The tank has been enhanced as part of a beautification of the island.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2026
Adjective
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Much of Boston’s tourism scene—which is most visitors’ first exposure to the state of Massachusetts—is dependent on folks like Lepage to keep New England’s centuries-old history relevant for a modern-day audience.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Authorities said the victims ranged in age from 14 to 61, with most in their 20s.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2026
Verb
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The actor’s ensemble was augmented by the delicate pieces of diamond jewelry D’Arcy used to accessorize their look, totaling to more than $65,000.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
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This documentary follows the recording during a six-day period in 2025 and, augmented by Bareilles’ trademark openness, expounds on the personal hardships and grief the songstress/actress endured the past several years.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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